What are the responsibilities and job description for the Patient Accounts position at Capital Area Pediatrics?
Responsibilities
- Complete all charge entry duties as assigned on a daily basis according to productivity requirements.
- Back-up and assist other billing department staff as required.
- Examining documents for missing information and ensuring documents are accurate.
- Review provider documentation for support of clinician-selected ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS codes.
- Extracting relevant information from patient records.
- Liaising with physicians and other parties to clarify information.
- Performing chart audits.
- Advising and training physicians and staff on medical coding.
- Ensuring compliance with medical coding policies and guidelines.
- Support credentialing process.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Knowledge of medical terminology.
- Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.
- Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
- Ability to understand and follow instructions.
- Ability to perform in an organized and efficient manner, demonstrating adaptability and flexibility
- Ability to provide quality customer service to patients, families, vendors, and other team members
Requirements
- Medical Billing/Collections experience required.
- Credentialing experience preferred.
- Experience working with Electronic Medical Records (EMR) – Athena is a plus!
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
Capital Area Pediatrics ("the Company") is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. The Company does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of the Company and the Company will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.